A man named Bolaji Oluwasetire was arrested by the police in Ondo State, Nigeria, for allegedly sexually assaulting a six-year-old girl in Ore, Odigbo Local Government Area. The suspect was caught in the act of forcing the minor into an indecent act around 9 p.m. after the victim’s father reported the crime. According to the police spokesperson, Ayanlade Olayinka, the suspect ingested a poisonous substance, suspected to be herbicide, in an attempt to evade justice while in police custody. He was immediately rushed to the General Hospital in Ore, where he is receiving treatment under close monitoring. The Ondo State…
Author: Omolemi Eboisetale
The Resource Centre for Human Rights and Civic Education (CHRICED) has cautioned against politicizing traditional market leadership in Nigeria, stressing that reforms in market structures must respect indigenous systems and cultural values. This warning comes amid concerns over the introduction of the Iyaloja title in Edo State, which has sparked controversy and debate. CHRICED’s Executive Director, Comrade Ibrahim M. Zikirullahi, emphasized the need for urgent reforms, saying, “Ministers and governors have turned to campaigners, ignoring the crises ravaging the land. INEC, constitutionally mandated to enforce electoral laws, has chosen silence. That silence is complicity.” He also called for an end…
The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has approved 79 Field Development Plans (FDPs) worth $39.98 billion in investments between 2024 and 2025. This approval is part of the commission’s efforts to strengthen Nigeria’s upstream oil and gas sector. The NUPRC approved 41 FDPs in 2024, representing estimated investments of $20.55 billion, while 38 FDPs were approved in 2025, representing estimated investments of $19.43 billion. These investments are expected to boost Nigeria’s crude oil production and contribute significantly to national economic growth. According to the NUPRC, the approved FDPs are valued at $39.98 billion. The commission has also reported that…
Four hard-left French deputies, including two national deputies and two Members of the European Parliament (MEPs), have declared a hunger strike in solidarity with the Palestinian people after being detained by Israel. The detained deputies are Francois Piquemal, Marie Mesmeur, Rima Hassan, and Emma Fourreau. The four deputies were among 30 French citizens detained by Israel after boarding the Global Sumud Flotilla, a fleet of 45 ships aiming to break Israel’s siege on Gaza and deliver humanitarian aid to Palestinians. According to Manon Aubry, a France Unbowed member of the European Parliament, the detention conditions are harsh, with over 10…
The death toll from the tragic collapse of a multi-storey Islamic boarding school in Sidoarjo, East Java, Indonesia, has risen to 45 confirmed fatalities. The incident occurred on Monday, October 2, 2025, during afternoon prayers, when the Al Khoziny Islamic Boarding School suddenly gave way, burying hundreds of students under the rubble. Rescue teams have been working tirelessly to locate and recover victims still trapped beneath the debris. As of October 5, 2025, the rescue operation is approximately 60% complete, with authorities aiming to clear the remaining debris by Tuesday. Heavy machinery was deployed to aid in the recovery process…
Kaduna State Governor, Uba Sani, has approved the release of ₦2.321 billion for the settlement of pension entitlements, gratuities, and death benefits to retirees and families of deceased civil servants across the state. This payment will benefit 661 retirees and families. The total amount approved is ₦2.321 billion, which will be used to settle Accrued Rights, Gratuities, and Death Benefits. The breakdown of the payment shows that ₦1.736 billion is allocated for Accrued Rights of 511 retirees under the Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS). Additionally, ₦585 million is for Gratuities and Death Benefits to 315 pensioners and next-of-kin under the Defined…
The Peoples Democratic Party has officially announced the zoning arrangement for its key national offices ahead of its November 16 National Convention scheduled to hold in Ibadan, Oyo State. The decision was reached after a series of meetings by the party’s governors and stakeholders to ensure equitable representation among the six geopolitical zones. According to the approved list, the position of National Chairman has been zoned to the North West while the South West will produce the National Secretary. The North Central is assigned the Deputy National Chairman for the North, along with other positions including the National Treasurer and…
The Federal High Court in Abuja has dismissed a lawsuit filed by businessman Abubakar Ismaila Isa Funtua against 9mobile, a telecommunications company owned by Emerging Markets Telecommunication Services Limited (EMTS). Funtua alleged that his 43 million shares in the company were transferred without his consent. Funtua claimed ownership of the shares, which he alleged were held in trust for him by Seltrix Limited in Teleology Nigeria Limited. He sought 11 reliefs, including a declaration that he was the beneficial owner of the disputed shares. However, Justice Mohammed Umar ruled that Funtua lacked the locus standi (legal capacity) to institute the…
Russian forces launched a massive overnight attack on Ukraine, killing at least five people and damaging civilian infrastructure, including energy facilities, across numerous regions. The Ukrainian military reported that Russian forces launched 381 Shahed-type attack and decoy drones and 35 missiles of various types overnight. In Lviv Region, four people were killed and four others injured when their residential building was destroyed. An industrial park caught fire during a missile and drone attack, and public transport routes were temporarily shut down. The city’s mayor, Andriy Sadovyi, reported that parts of the city had no power and urged residents to stay…
Thousands of Nigerians and friends of Nigeria gathered in New York City to celebrate the country’s 65th independence anniversary. The vibrant parade and carnival, held on October 4, 2025, showcased Nigerian culture, music, and traditions to a global audience. The event was organized by the Organisation for the Advancement of Nigerians (OAN) in collaboration with the Consulate General of Nigeria in New York. The parade procession stretched from East 38th Street to East 24th Street along Madison Avenue, shutting down the busy midtown corridor to traffic. Uniformed contingents from the New York Police Department and the New York City Department…
Bitcoin has reached a new record high, surpassing $125,000 for the first time. The cryptocurrency’s value surged to $125,689, exceeding its previous record of $124,480 set in mid-August. This significant milestone is attributed to strong demand from institutional investors and friendlier regulations from the US government under President Donald Trump’s administration. The US House of Representatives passed three landmark cryptocurrency bills in July, reversing years of government skepticism towards the crypto industry. This regulatory shift has led to increased investment in bitcoin, particularly in exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Growing inflows into these ETFs have strengthened demand for the cryptocurrency. According to…
The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) has successfully dismantled two major cocaine cartels behind six UK-bound shipments, arresting the alleged mastermind, Alhaji Hammed Taofeek Ode, and five other suspects. The operation, which lasted over three weeks across Lagos State, was intelligence-led and resulted in the seizure of 20.5 kilograms of cocaine concealed in walls of stainless cups, body cream, and hair gel containers. The NDLEA operatives at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) intercepted 174 parcels of cocaine weighing 13.4 kilograms concealed in cocoa butter body cream containers on September 16, 2025. Further investigations led to the arrest of…